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What is Ahmed's primary concern regarding Ibrahim's potential involvement?
What is Ahmed's primary concern regarding Ibrahim's potential involvement?
- Ibrahim's lack of familiarity with the local area.
- The potential legal ramifications for Ibrahim if discovered.
- Ibrahim's inability to convincingly impersonate a parent.
- The emotional burden it would place on Ibrahim after their long separation. (correct)
What does the breaking stick symbolize in the context of the scene?
What does the breaking stick symbolize in the context of the scene?
- Oscar's frustration with the situation.
- The sudden interruption of their conversation.
- The fragility of Ahmed's situation. (correct)
- Oscar's impulsiveness in problem-solving.
Max's renaming of school and Scouts reflects:
Max's renaming of school and Scouts reflects:
- His growing emotional detachment.
- His adoption of a new identity.
- His increasing fluency in French.
- His increasing identification with Ahmed's situation and desire to help. (correct)
What does Ahmed find unappealing about the idea of leaving for Calais?
What does Ahmed find unappealing about the idea of leaving for Calais?
What is the significance of the soccer match in the narrative?
What is the significance of the soccer match in the narrative?
Madame Pauline's abrupt change of the television channel suggests:
Madame Pauline's abrupt change of the television channel suggests:
What is implied by Farah's and Max's reassurances to Ahmed?
What is implied by Farah's and Max's reassurances to Ahmed?
The phrase "new threats seemed to be emerging faster than the weeds in the flowerbed" serves to:
The phrase "new threats seemed to be emerging faster than the weeds in the flowerbed" serves to:
Where does Max do most of his thinking about Ahmed's situation?
Where does Max do most of his thinking about Ahmed's situation?
What does the description of the soccer match on TV suggest about Max's state of mind?
What does the description of the soccer match on TV suggest about Max's state of mind?
Flashcards
Ahmed's Dilemma
Ahmed's Dilemma
Ahmed is hesitant to ask Ibrahim for help in risking his chance to stay.
Fake ID
Fake ID
Oscar suggested getting a false identification for Ahmed.
Max's Plan
Max's Plan
Max is continuously brainstorming ways to help Ahmed.
School of Happiness
School of Happiness
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Morse Code
Morse Code
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Calais
Calais
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Soccer Match
Soccer Match
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Madame Pauline
Madame Pauline
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Emerging Threats
Emerging Threats
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Supportive Friends
Supportive Friends
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Study Notes
Chapter Forty Summary
- Ahmed contemplates options for Ibrahim, his friend, staying with his family in Molenbeek.
- A situation arises where Ahmed needs to get Ibrahim a fake ID.
- Ahmed considers the risks of lying and staying in Molenbeek after speaking with Ibrahim.
- Ahmed reflects on the possible consequences of leaving school and friends.
- Friends give Ahmed support to avoid resorting to dangerous or illegal actions.
- Max plans to help Ahmed to stay safe.
- Max tries different methods to think of a plan, including school, scouts and writing Morse code.
- Max tries different places in attempt to find a solution for Ahmed.
- After school on a Friday, Max settles in to think about a solution.
- Max watches a soccer match on TV while considering a plan.
- The soccer match is interrupted by a scene of police officers.
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Description
Explore the key events and character reflections in Chapter 40, where Ahmed navigates complex choices for his friend Ibrahim. The chapter delves into themes of friendship, risk assessment, and the quest for safety as Ahmed and Max think through various solutions. Join the narrative as they balance personal loyalties against the backdrop of challenging circumstances.
